Products in Harmony

with Nature & You

Steve & Annette

Reeder
804-864-9222
reeder@shaklee.net

BASIC-H2

Introduced in 1960 by Shaklee Corp – it was

one of the first biodegradable cleaners ever.
NASA took Basic -H to the moon on one of the
Apollo missions and washed down the space

Shaklee
capsule and instrument panels at Cape
Canaveral. In 1990, Basic H was named an
official Earth Day product.

Mixture Basic-H is not soap or a detergent. It is a

patented organic cleaning agent made from
plant material. Basic-H is 100% organic, non-
flammable, non-toxic, and non-irritating (a

& neutral pH the same as skin, about 6.5). Basic-

H is completely biodegradable, phosphate-free,
non-volatile, and non-magnetic. The primary

Usage
ingredients of Basic-H will quickly convert
within a few days to water and carbon dioxide
when in contact with natural bacteria in water
and soil.

Guide Besides being non-polluting and biodegradable,

Basic-H also saves you money. Basic H2
literally gives you a thousand uses. An
unbelievable 48 gallons of super-safe, really
powerful clean come out of one little 16 ounce
Concentrated to save bottle. We challenge you to use it up any time
you money! soon.

Basic-H is an effective cleaner because it lifts

Official Earth Day dirt and oil from surfaces and holds them in
suspension so they can be wiped away. It’s
Products! also versatile—it does any of your everyday
cleaning jobs! Windows, floors, walls,
bathtubs, awnings, countertops, and barbecues
are just a few of its 1001 uses.
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Household Uses
 General Cleaning: ½ teaspoon in 1
quart of warm water for walls,
woodwork, ceilings, furniture, and
fixtures.
 Glass Surfaces (Windows, Mirrors,
etc): Use 1 - 2 drops in 16 oz spray
bottle of water. Wipe dry with paper
towel. Do not use too much Basic-H or
glass will streak.
 Floors: ½ - 1 tablespoons per gallon
of water. Wring mop and wipe up dirt.
Leaves floor shining! (To remove wax,
use Basic-I)
 Dusting: Use 1/8 teaspoon in 1 pint of
water. Pour solution onto a sponge and
squeeze to almost dry, or spray on a
clean cloth and wipe. Leaves a
gleaming, non-magnetic surface that
will not attract dust.
 Water Rings: For furniture with water
rings, spray area with Basic-H general
cleaning formula. If water ring persists,
use up to full strength and wipe until
gone.
Kitchen
 Appliances: Use 1/8 teaspoon in a pint
of water. Leaves refrigerator odor free
and sanitary. Great for bathroom tile!
 Oven: Put a paste of Solid Scour Off
and water together, leave overnight or
put oven on warm. Use Shaklee
Miracle Pad or Super Sponge.
 Coffeemakers: Dilute 1/8 teaspoon
Basic-H in pot of water. Run through
cycle and coffee stains will rinse away.
 Dishes: Use ½ teaspoon in the dishpan.
Fill dirty pans with water, add ¼
teaspoon Basic-H and let stand to
loosen stuck particles.
 Fruits & Vegetables: Use 1/8
teaspoon in a basin of water. Wash,
rinse thoroughly with filtered water to
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remove residues of sprays and grime.
To crisp lettuce, use 1 or 2 drops in a
bowl of water.
 Frying Vats: Use ¼ cup in 3 gallons of
water. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring
constantly. Dissipates stubborn crusts
without damage to vats.
 Sharpening Knives: Use a couple of
drops on sharpening stone. Keep the
stone moist by adding more as needed.
Doesn’t clog stone which is very
important in sharpening tools. Stone
rinses free of residue. No oil mess to
clean up!
 Charcoal Grill: Same directions as
oven. Follow with Scour Off if
necessary.
Bath
 Toilet Bowl Cleaner: Fill Basic-H
dispenser with Basic-H. Place in toilet
tank. It will automatically release a
measured amount of Basic-H when you
flush, to keep bowl clean for months.
 Shower Head Attachment: Fill
dispenser with Basic-H. Turn
attachment valve open to release
billows of foamy cleaner. Turn valve
off to stop the flow of Basic-H,
allowing water to rinse the body.
Laundry & Fabric Cleaning
 Woolens, Nylons, and All Fine
Fabrics: 1 teaspoon in a basin of
lukewarm water. For spots, apply 1-2
drops directly on the spot and press in
with thumb, then immerse item in a
solution of ½ teaspoon of Basic-H per
gallon of cold water. Allow to stand a
few minutes, then rinse by squeezing
water through. Dry flat.
 Leather: Put 1 drop on a damp sponge,
wipe the item dry. Basic-H cleans
leather better than saddle soap!
 Vinyl Upholstery: ½ teaspoon in 1
quart of water.
  Spot Remover: Apply a very small
amount directly to the spot and use your
thumb or a small toothbrush to rub in.
Wipe off with damp cloth or rinse.
Removes lipstick, coffee, ink, grass, and
grease.
 Ironing: A couple of drops in a steam
iron will keep the jet and interiors clean
and make steam wetter. Keeps iron free
of mineral deposits, so there is no need
to buy distilled water. Note: iron a rag
the first time to clean out any old
deposits.
Home Improvement & Residue Removal
 Removing Wallpaper: Use 1
tablespoon in a pail of hot water. Apply
with a mop and lift off. Use a solution
of 1 tablespoon per gallon of water to
clean off the residue.
 Water-Soluble Tape Residue: Add 2-
3 drops to a 16 oz spray bottle filled
with water.
 Spray Snow or Poster Paint on
Windows: Remove it with ¼ teaspoon
to a quart of warm water.
 Gum: Use full strength to remove
gum from skin, hair, or carpeting.
 Humidifiers: Add 2-3 drops to help
prevent rust, scum, and mineral
deposits.
 Paint Brushes: Work full-strength
Basic-H into brushes and wash under
the tap.
 Fire Extinguishers: ½ teaspoon in 1
quart of water in a large spray bottle.
 Outside Windows and Screens: Spray
with a mixture of ½ teaspoon of Basic-
H and 2 gallons of water.
 Pressure Washer: ½ oz to 20 gallons
of water. Heavy Duty— ½ or 1 oz per
gallon of water. Leaves a luster to
mobile homes, homes, R.V.’s, etc.
 Concrete and Mortar Mix: Use ¼ oz
to 1 gallon of water. Makes cement and
mortar spread easier and smoother, and
set harder.
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 Plumbing: Will keep pipes open and
clean when used regularly. It emulsifies
grease and can eliminate cleaning of
grease traps.
 Aquariums: Use ½ teaspoon per quart
of water. Clean rocks, coral, entire
aquarium with Basic-H solution. Rinse
thoroughly.
 Phonograph Records: Use same
solution as for glass. Clean with a soft,
dry cloth. Leaves no residual
magnetism.
 Diapers: Use ¼ teaspoon of Basic-H
and ½ teaspoon of Basic-G to a pail of
water. Eliminates odor in the
washroom when diapers must stand.
Automobile & Boat Care
 Washing: use ½ tablespoon in 1 gallon
of water. Easily removes insects and
road grime. Wash a small area at a
time. Hose off. Wipe windshield,
windows, and chrome after rinsing; the
rest of the vehicle dries without spots or
streaks.
o By adding 1 tablespoon of Super
Polish to the above mixtures, the
car will also be polished.
 White Wall Tires: ½ teaspoon in 1
quart of water.
 Windshield Wiper Solution: 3-5
drops per quart of water. Pour into
windshield wash reservoir.
 Engines: Use ¼ oz to 1 gallon of water
to clean engine. Will not affect paint,
gaskets, or insulating material. Best
results can be achieved when the engine
is hot for fastest drying or ignition
system.
 Battery Terminals: Use ¼ teaspoon to
1 pint of water. Spray on battery
terminals, let soak for 2 minutes and
clean with wire brush. Use full strength
Basic-H on battery terminals to avoid
corrosion or galvanic action.
 Automobile Radiator: Use ½
tablespoon to radiator full of water or
anti-freeze. This prevents rust.

Camping & Boating
 Boat Algae: Use ½ tablespoon to a
gallon of water.
 Fish Odors: Use ½ tablespoon per
quart of water. Basic-H cleaning
solutions work wonders around boats,
docks, and other ―fishy‖ areas.
 Insect Repellent: Use full strength.
Biting insects will not bite skin where
Basic-H has been applied.
 Cleaning & Washing: Coat bottoms
and sides of pots and pans with Basic-H
before placing over campfire. Black
soot just slides right off when you wash.
Basic-H is all you need to take for
dishwashing, bathing, shampooing, &
laundry. It even works in cold stream
water; and because it’s organic &
biodegradable, it won’t harm fish,
vegetation or wildlife.
 Wash your R.V., Boat & Camper: ½
tablespoon per gallon of water. Great
for awnings too!
Personal
 Liquid Hand Soap: Mix ¼ Basic-H &
½ water in pump dispenser by sinks.
Will not dry or irritate hands like soaps
may.
 Protecting Hands: Apply to hands,
full strength, for lasting protection as an
industrial skin guard. Great as invisible
gloves before painting.
 Cleaning Hands: Put a couple of drops
in palm. Rub thoroughly over both
hands and add a little water. Continue
with usual washing action. Add a touch
more water as needed. Rinse. Removes
tobacco stains, onion, and garlic odors.
Variation: mix ½ Basic-H and ½ water
in 4 oz squeeze bottle.
 Bathing: Use 1 teaspoon to bathtub of
water. Run water full force for suds.
Cleans thoroughly; body feels like
velvet. Leaves no bathtub ring. Perfect
for baby’s bath…less alkaline than baby
soap. Also helps relieve itching!
Remember to keep away from eyes.
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Satin Sheen is also especially good for
bubbles.
 Shaving: Apply full strength to face
and add water to make lather.
 Painting & Dyeing: Apply full
strength to hands and face before
painting or dyeing. Paint or dye will
wash off easily.
 Shoe Cleaner: Use 1 drop on a wet
cloth. Will not remove wax. Shine
with dry cloth.
 Crayon: To remove from walls, use
full strength.
 Shampoo: Use ½ teaspoon to 1 cup of
water. For dandruff: use 1 part Basic-
H, 1 part Herbal Cream, 2 parts water.
Also good for treatment of poison ivy &
poison oak on the body.
Pet Uses
DO NOT USE WITH CATS (Because of the
way they clean themselves)
KEEP OUT OF EYES
 Flea Dip & Shampoo: Only 1 step for
both! Apply Basic-H full strength to
your dog. Remember to keep out of
eyes. Low Suds- Great Action! Lather
pet up and wait 5-10 minutes. Rinse
off.
 Regular Shampooing: ¼ tablespoon
to gallon of water. Makes coat very
shiny & healthy looking!
 Flea Prevention:
o Use full strength in a spray
bottle. Mist dog before letting
outside. Will keep fleas off!
o Yard Spray to Rid of Fleas: In
hose bottle, fill with water, add
½ teaspoon of Basic-H & 1 cap
full of Basic-G. Attach to hose
& spray yard every 10 days for 3
applications. Use twice a year
thereafter to control. Rinse all
plants thoroughly.
Other Animal Uses
 Shampooing Horses: 1 tablespoon in
5 gallons of water.
  Fly Spray: 2 oz in 12 oz of water. Use
in 16 oz spray bottle. Great for cows
too! For all your 4-H animals. Shiny
coats!
 Clean Up: Basic-H is used to wash
water buckets and tack off. ½
tablespoon to 1 gallon of water.
Miscellaneous
 Air Filters: Use ½ teaspoon to quart of
warm water. Air filters are cleaned
with excellent results—leaving them
free of dirt, oil, and chemical residue.
Gardening & Plant Care
 Rose Bushes: ½ teaspoon per gallon of
water. Spraying rose bushes will
protect them from red spider mites &
other infestations & diseases.
 House Plants: 2 drops in a gallon of
water. Water plants & they will
flourish. Use to wipe down leaves –
cleans & shines!
 Green Lawns: 1 tablespoon in ―Ortho-
type‖ sprayer applicator full of water.
Makes 2 gallons of Basic-H solution.
 Recycling Tip: Dispose of Basic-H
cleaning solutions on your shrubs or
lawn for a greener & healthier yard.
Pesticide
 Indoor Fleas: Mix ½ teaspoon in 16 oz
water & spray floors, baseboards, etc.
If badly infested, place only light at
night above pan of soapy water.
Continue each night for 30 days.
(Caution: Light & Water)
 Indoor Roaches: Sprinkle Boric Acid
out of child & pet reach places.
 Ants Inside or Out: Sprinkle Boric
Acid or instant grits around ant area.
BASIC-G
The safest disinfectant on the market!
Nonflammable, Biodegradable & Non-toxic.
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Cleans, Disinfects & Deodorizes in 1 Easy
Step! (Once mixed, use in 30 days)
 Mix 1 teaspoon to 16 oz spray bottle
 Mix 1 tablespoon to 1 gallon of
water.
Basic-G has a 3 year shelf life. Its residual
effectiveness lasts up to three days after
application. Chlorine (bleach) used as a
disinfectant is effective no more than one hour.
Great wherever disinfectants are used! Kills up
to 99% of bacteria—Even AIDS virus (HIV).
The many uses of Basic-G…
 Great to use in bathrooms for toilets,
garbage pails, diaper pails, appliances
and pet areas.
 In the kitchen, spray countertops,
cutting boards, faucet, and refrigerator
handles after preparing eggs, chicken &
meats to kill Salmonella.
 Kills Canine parvovirus & Feline
Leukemia
 For diapers and other problem jobs:
Add 1 teaspoon per load to deodorize
and disinfect. Helps eliminate diaper
rash!
 Safe to use as an air freshener!
 Safe for stainless steel & aluminum.
BASIC-I
Industrial Strength Cleaner
No Phosphates -- No Nitrates
 Penetrates, emulsifies, & removes
grease & grime.
 Economical – 1 qt. makes up to 32
gallons of powerful cleaning solution.
 Carpets & Upholstery – removes
stains: Apply full strength, scrub and
rinse thoroughly.
 Garage Floors & Driveways: 2-4 Tbs.
per gallon of hot water, scrub with
broom.
 House Floors & Walls: 2-4 Tbs. per
gallon of water.
 BBQ grills, paint brushes, kitchen
fans & auto engine parts: 2-4 Tbs. per
gallon of hot water.
  Clothing – Use as a prespotter: Apply  Use in place of scouring pads or
full strength. Tough stains – scrub first. powders.
(For washable items only. Check for  For sinks, shower stalls, tubs & tile.
color fastness.)  Chrome & stainless steel. (Apply with
wet cloth, let stand, polish with dry
DISH WASH AUTOMATIC cloth)
 Ovens & BBQ grills.
Automatic Dishwashing Concentrate  Rust remover.
No Phosphates -- No Chlorine
Contains Natural Citrus
FRESH LAUNDRY
 Unique grease-cutting formula. CONCENTRATE
 Even effective in hard water.
 Concentrated for more dishwasher loads
Laundry Concentrate
Biodegradable -- No Phosphates -- Won’t
per box, which means less packaging
Harm Environment -- Organic Enzymes
waste!
ALL three Laundry Concentrates are
 Compare – Dish Wash Automatic will
Hypoallergenic
run 4 times the number of dishwashing
loads as the leading brand.
 Powder or Liquid! Contains natural
 Dissolves quickly, won’t clog or cake in
water softeners.
your dishwasher.
 Fragrance Free Contains NO
 Bath Tubs: Sprinkle, scrub & rinse.
fragrance or dyes.
 White Wall Tires: Make a paste with
 Clothing Spot Remover: Apply liquid
Dish Wash Automatic & water, brush
full strength as pre-spotter.
on and rinse off.
(For washable items only. Check for
color fastness.)
DISH WASH CONCENTRATE
NATURE BRIGHT
Dishwashing Liquid LAUNDRY BOOSTER
Biodegradable -- Concentrated
Laundry Whitener
No Chlorine -- No Phosphates -- No
Great for hand washing dishes, pots & pans.
Borates -- Organic Enzymes
Powerful enough to cut through heavy grease &
baked-on food, but also gentle enough to wash
 All color fabric whitener.
delicate fabric.
 A bleacher without bleach!
 No fragrance or dyes.  Brightens colors, whitens whites, &
removes tough stains.
 Easy on your hands.
 So concentrated it can be diluted ½ with
water. SOFT FABRIC CONCENTRATE
SCOUR OFF PASTE
Fabric Softener liquid or dryer sheets
Scouring Cleanser
No Harsh Chemicals -- No Toxic Fumes -- Safe  Add to wash or rinse cycles.
Natural Abrasives  Great room & auto air freshener, no
Contains raspberry oil & silica flour static shock.
 Heavy duty scouring cleanser.  Dryer Sheets: Add to clothes in dryer.
They break in two in the dryer for fair
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 and just distribution of soft, static-free
goodness.
SPECIAL SUPER MIXTURES!
YES, you can mix any of the Shaklee cleaning &
laundry products! This will allow you to safely
make mixtures to clean just about anything.
 Super Cleaning Formula: For best
results, mix & use immediately. All
Purpose Heavy Duty Cleaner.
2 tsp Basic-I
rease Spots
2 tsp Dish Wash Automatic
16 oz waterar(warm
Engineor hot)
riveways
ounter Tops & More!
 Floors – Heavy Duty
o 2 Tbl Basic-I
o 2 Tbl Dish Wash Automatic per
gallon of water
 Walls – Heavy Duty
o 2 Tbl Basic-I per gallon of water
 Ovens – Extra Tough
o Turn oven ON to 225 degrees F
for 3 minutes. Turn OFF. Spray
oven with ―Super‖ Spray. Let
soak, keeping it wet, scour with
Scour Off.
 Carpets, Rugs & Upholstery (Carpet
Shampooer or Steam Cleaning
Machine)
o 1/8 cup Basic-H2
o 1/8 cup Basic-I
o 1/8 cup Basic-G
o 5 gallons water (Test hidden
area for color fastness)
 Carpet & Rug Stain Remover
o Spray Basic-H General Cleaner
o Sprinkle Nature-Bright
o Scrub with brush, let dry and
vacuum (Test hidden area for
color fastness)
 Tools – Greasy
o 2 oz Basic-I
o 1 cup hot water
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o Soak & rinse – wipe dry.
 Clothing – Extra Tough Stains
o (For washable items only.
Check for color fastness)
o 2 Tbs. of Nature Bright + 2 Tbs
of Fresh Laundry Concentrate
o Dissolve in 1 ½ - 2 gallons of
hot water (if fabric warrants,
leave water cool after
dissolving) enough to cover
garment. Place garment in &
leave soak checking
periodically.
 oClothing
G – Spray on & Wash
o (For Washable items only.
o C Check for color fastness)
o 2 teaspoons of Fresh Laundry
o D Concentrate + 2 teaspoons of
Nature Bright
o C o Dissolve & mix in 16 oz of hot
water. Pour into spray bottle &
use warm or cool.
o For Heavy Duty, use Basic-I
instead of Fresh Laundry
Concentrate
 Shower Enclosures & Tile – Tough
Dirt
o Spray with full strength Basic-H
& scrub with Scour Off.
 Swimming Pool Tile
o ½ tsp. Basic-H in quart of water,
apply with sponge.
 Swimming Pool Decking
o 1 Tbs. of Basic-G in 1 gallon of
water, apply twice weekly to kill
bacteria & prevent infections.
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